Reflection and Refraction of Light

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What is reflection in terms of light?

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Reflection is the bouncing of light off an object.

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What happens to light when it strikes a mirror?

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The light is reflected.

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What is refraction?

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Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another.

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What is an example of reflection in nature?

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Seeing your image in a calm lake is an example of reflection.

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What is an example of refraction?

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A straw appearing bent in a glass of water is an example of refraction.

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What is absorption in the context of light?

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Absorption is when light is taken in by an object and not reflected or refracted.

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What is a shadow?

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A shadow is formed when an object blocks light from reaching a surface.

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What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

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Reflection is the bouncing of light, while refraction is the bending of light.

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What type of surface is best for reflection?

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A smooth, shiny surface like a mirror is best for reflection.

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What does it mean when light is 'stopped'?

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When light is stopped, it means it cannot pass through an object, often resulting in a shadow.